Chemistry makes the natural 'wonder fabric' -- wool -- more wonderful

Tuesday, December 22, 2009 - 15:21 in Biology & Nature

Scientists in China are reporting an advance that may improve the natural wonders of wool -- already regarded as the "wonder fabric" for its lightness, softness, warmth even when wet, and other qualities. They say the discovery could give wool a "brain," placing it among other "smart" fabrics that shake off wrinkles, shrinkage and "breathe" to release perspiration.

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